A unique blend of progressive metal, post-rock atmospheres, bluesy grooves and massive heavy riffing, THE LAST SOUND REVELATION craft music that is as intense as it is emotional. The band pushes their sound to new heights, delivering a powerful instrumental journey that speaks directly to the heart and mind. "The Proximity Effect" is a concept inspired by the theory of quantum entanglement, it explores the invisible connections between individuals and the universe, weaving scientific ideas with spiritual and philosophical reflections. From moments of solitary introspection to the overwhelming awareness of being part of a greater whole, each track invites listeners to dive deep into a transformative sonic experience.

The album has nine tracks, and "Delirium" is first. A raucous energy fills the air, with crunchy rhythm guitars and audible, meaty bass notes. When there are no vocals, you have to try a little harder when writing melodies, and THE LAST SOUND REVELATION does that well. There is also some darkness poking through. "Pressure Difference" has more thoughtful tones that are both somber and poignant. The leads are sparsely done to allow more of the backbone of the song to show, and the bass work is once again excellent. "Source of Frequency" features a strong bass guitar presence out of the gate, and it swings a bit with a groove that you can move along with. There are some very minor phasing issues, but they are nothing to be concerned about, and they make the song feel more alive for me.

"Wavelength" begins with more of those meaty bass notes, and they are tasty, indeed. Many bands effectively mix out the bass guitar, but it can add so much flavor and depth to music, and I'm glad they didn't overlook that here. "Large Distances" favors more ambient tones…the kind that you can feel in your stomach. There is still a dark cloud hanging over the album, but it feels more palatable here. The rhythm guitars create a crunchy, energetic sound that hooks you in as you climb aboard for the ride. "Hypercube" is also about the mood, and that mood is somber. Lead guitar breaks create a bit of melody that you can grab onto, and thick bass guitar notes hold down the bottom end firmly. The band shows a good amount of restraint in not letting that sound pile drive through but rather remaining in the shadows for more mystery.

The title track is the final offering, and it feels like they took a page from the great Steve Harris's playbook in featuring bass guitar. From there, the band branches out and experiments with several different experiences and emotions, and each one has distinct undertones. This was a well-done album and was performed with confidence. When you create instrumental music, you have to work harder because vocals and lyrics aren't there to guide you as a listener. The album title refers to is a phenomenon where directional microphones significantly boost low-frequency (bass) sounds as they get closer to the sound source, making voices sound bigger or fuller, and that's what you will find on the album.